Beginner’s Guide to Kumihimo
Beginner’s Guide to Kumihimo by Donna McKean-Smith is an illustrated book published by National Geographic Books on September 25, 2018. This 80-page guide introduces readers to the fundamentals of kumihimo braiding and beading, a traditional Japanese jewellery-making technique. The book provides clear instructions on using a circular kumihimo disc to create over 12 unique pieces of jewellery, along with variations in color and style suitable for various occasions.
Readers will find detailed explanations on mastering the basics of kumihimo, including how to arrange braids over the disc to produce different patterns and motifs. The guide emphasizes the portability of kumihimo, allowing enthusiasts to craft jewellery on the go. With a focus on crafts and hobbies, particularly in the realms of jewellery and beadwork design, this book serves as a practical resource for beginners looking to explore this vibrant art form.
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Learn the basics of kumihimo braiding and beading to create over 12 pieces of gorgeous jewellery.
Kumihimo is a popular jewellery-making technique with origins in Japanese tradition. This colourful and informative beginner’s guide to the craft explains how to use a circular kumihimo disc and a variety of braids and beads to create 12 stunning pieces of jewellery, plus colour and style variations, for any occasion. Kumihimo is a transportable craft so once you have mastered the basics of placing your braids over the disc in different formations to make a variety of patterns and motifs, you can create kumihimo jewellery wherever you go.
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